HVAC Service Technician- Journeyman*

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Training and support

Job summary

A leading HVAC service provider in Atlanta, GA, seeks Experienced HVAC Service Technicians to perform installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC systems. Candidates must have at least 7 years of experience, a valid driver's license, and Universal EPA Certification. The role demands effective communication skills and the ability to work independently. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to grow in their HVAC career with comprehensive support and benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver's license and insurability during employment.
• Must have Universal EPA Certification.
• At least 7 years of experience as a Service Technician.

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose, inspect, and repair HVAC systems and equipment.
• Maintain and operate specialized tools and machinery.
• Determine requirements for parts and materials.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Preventative maintenance

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to work independently

Education

HVAC Apprenticeship School or Technical School training

Tools

Specialized HVAC tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Introduction

McKenney’s has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.

Overview

Experienced HVAC Service Technicians (Journeyman) will be required to perform skilled work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment systems. Under the direction of the service manager a technician will install, diagnose, inspect, repair, and maintain and service a wide variety of mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose, inspect, repair, maintain, and service a wide variety of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment and systems.
• Repair and maintain hot water systems, wall heaters, ventilation units and air conditioning units.
• Replace fans, belts, motors, gaskets, filters, and compressors.
• Adjust and install switches, gauges, thermostats, valves, tubing, transformers, pressure regulators, controllers, and other parts.
• Descale tubing, cut and thread pipe, make pipe and electrical connections.
• Add refrigerants and oil; test for defective parts; make electrical repairs related to air conditioning, heating, and ventilation equipment.
• Determine requirements for parts, materials, supplies, tools and equipment; establish cost of repairs and equipment replacement; check and test new equipment.
• Operate specialized machinery, equipment and tools utilized in the repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and supplies in a safe and orderly condition.
• Perform related duties that are assigned.

Requirements

• HVAC Apprenticeship School or Technical School training with combination of at least 7 years of Service Technician experience.
• Valid driver’s license. Employees in this classification must maintain insurability during the term of employment.
• Universal EPA Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Standard practices and theory of the HVAC trade
• Materials, methods and tools used in the operation and repair of Commercial HVAC systems.
• Applicable building codes, ordinances, and regulations of state and local authorities pertaining to Commercial HVAC
• Air compressors and pneumatic controls.
• Health and Safety regulations
• Basic record-keeping techniques
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Calibrate systems
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine servicing of equipment.
• Diagnose defects and install, repair, and maintain heating, ventilating, and air conditioning units.
• Interpret and work from plans, diagrams, blueprints, shop drawings, sketches, and specifications
• Follow oral/written instructions and directions
• Operate specialized machinery, equipment and tools utilized in the repair, and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Work independently with little direction
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Maintain routine records

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Work involves moderate exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves some exposure to construction, mechanical and electrical-related hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Moderate physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds and extensive standing and walking.
• Work requires local and occasional out-of-town travel to job sites and customer locations.
• Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and scaffolds and to negotiate work areas under construction.